There have been numerous Superman movies and TV series over the years and it seems like the trend is set to continue. Yes, the man who wears his briefs over his tights is set to return in the near future.
However, the good news is that this time he might turn out to be a Superman that you have never seen before. Writer David Goyer has been sought out to breathe new life into an old character. If you are not familiar with the name Goyer, think back to “Batman Begins” and to the more recent “The Dark Knight”. Goyer was instrumental in revamping Batman and Warner Bros. and hopes to do the same for “The Man of Steel”, which is currently the title for the upcoming movie.
The possibility of the movie is more or less assured as the studio is required to begin production by next year due to a deal with Jerry Siegel’s (Co-creator of Superman) heirs. The good news is further boosted by the rumors that director Christopher Nolan (responsible for the previous two Batman Movies) will be taking on a consultant role in the movie and subsequent releases. Brandon Routh is not expected to reprise his role as the Man of Steel in the new movie; as yet no actors have been mentioned as possible candidates.
Although no deals have been made yet between the studio and Goyer, collaboration seems to be the only logical way for the studio to salvage the Superman franchise and turn it into a successful money spinner like Batman.